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Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing paper mills: thanks to the integration of distributed control systems, advanced analytics and digital optimization, it is possible to automatically balance quality, production and energy, reduce waste and improve operational continuity, paving the way for a more efficient, sustainable and future-ready paper industry. The paper industry is undergoing an unprecedented digital […]

Essity has announced the initiation of a strategic review of its Consumer Tissue business area’s global operations. The review will assess strategic alternatives aimed at creating the best possible conditions for the business and the Group to develop to their full potential and maximize value creation. Essity continuously evaluates its product portfolio to strengthen long-term […]

Ahlstrom has announced it is strengthening its innovation capabilities by consolidating its Group Research and Innovation activities into a single global innovation hub in Pont-Évêque, France. The expanded hub will combine existing R&D activities from Apprieu and Pont-Évêque, integrating innovation leadership, advanced laboratories, and cross-business expertise. The aim is to improve scale, accelerate collaboration, and […]

UPM, Michelman and Bobst have developed two new paper-based packaging concepts designed to help brands comply with EU regulations, including the Single-Use Plastics Directive (SUPD). The collaboration combines packaging papers, bio-based coatings, and application expertise to deliver ready-to-use solutions with strong barrier performance, heat sealability, and compatibility with existing industrial packaging lines. The two concepts […]

Mondi has published a new white paper online analyzing the role of “fit-for-purpose” packaging in improving the resilience of the food supply chain and reducing waste across increasingly complex value chains. The document, titled “Turning Packaging into a Competitive Advantage in the Food Supply Chain,” highlights how shortcomings in packaging management can lead to product […]

Metsä Group has launched the pre-engineering phase of the world’s first commercial plant for capturing biogenic CO₂ from woody biomass. The project will be developed in Rauma, Finland, at the Metsä Fibre mill, and represents a key step in transforming the pulp industry toward low-emission and circular models. The plant is expected to have a […]

A new pan-European study confirms the increasingly central role of packaging in purchasing decisions and reinforces RDM Group’s call to brands: accelerate the use of recycled cartonboard. The study, conducted by Perspectus Global on 6,149 consumers across six European countries, shows that 66% of respondents consider the environmental impact of packaging a determining factor in […]

“With a solid regulatory framework at EU level, biomethane can ensure immediate reductions in CO2 emissions, strengthen energy independence, and accelerate the transition toward carbon neutrality for European industry and society,” stated the EU industries that signed the Joint Declaration on Biomethane presented in Brussels to EU leaders. “Biomethane represents a concrete and readily available […]

OEM International is expanding its European presence and entering the Italian paper industry through the acquisition of a majority stake in Weingrill, a long-established company based in Pinerolo specializing in screw-jacks and components for the paper industry. Founded in 1952, Weingrill stands out for its innovative design, efficient production, and high-quality products, with annual revenues […]

Dunapack Packaging, part of Prinzhorn Group, has signed an agreement to acquire Stora Enso’s corrugated packaging operations in Germany. The transaction involves three companies and related facilities in the southwest of the country, with approximately 350 employees and projected revenues of around €74 million in 2025. The acquisition is part of Dunapack’s geographic expansion strategy […]